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Issue 3 of Neither Fish Nor Foul is entitled Resistance Isn't Futile. We are exploring art as a form of resistance.

What are we resisting?

The destruction of the planet, climate change, othering, gender oppression, the impact of capitalism on marginalised groups, 'the way things have always been done'. It's a broad church.

Why are we resisting?

If not us, then who? Lots of small voices together makes a lot of noise, and we are all about banding together, lifting each other up, giving each other space and oxygen.

We also believe that we can make a difference (we mean all of us, not just J & J and a stuffed bear—although we believe we can make a difference, too). We know it's never too late, too small, or too quiet to matter. We matter. You matter. The planet matters.

This will be more than just our third issue - we're going all out with this call. As much noise as we can. Go and explore the Resistance ISN'T Futile page on our website

What we are looking for:

• Original artwork, not previously published
• No AI Work
• Any form of artwork, as long as high resolution pictures are uploaded
• Digital art, collages, traditional art - all forms of visual art are accepted
• Something that represents resistance to you (we'll be asking everyone what their inspiration is and what changes they'd like to see - but it's not a test, you won't have to write an essay)
• Something in keeping with our overall vibe; weird, off-kilter, joyful

Check out our landing page foe Resistance Isn't Futile for more insight

Resilient Writing For A Hoped-For World

Can you change the world with a pen in your hand?

We think you can at least shift the needle. You can tell the world what you think it needs to hear, even if the world isn't ready to listen.

We also believe that we can make a difference (we mean all of us, not just J & J and a stuffed bear—although we believe we can make a difference, too). We know it's never too late, too small, or too quiet to matter. We matter. You matter. The planet matters.

Does that mean nagging, shouting, lecturing and hectoring?

Nope. It means dialogue, exposure to new ideas, new voices. If it was as easy as hectoring - well any fool can do that. It makes people dig their stubborn heels in.

What are we resisting?

The status quo. The destruction of the planet, climate change, othering, gender oppression, the impact of capitalism on marginalised groups, misogyny, 'the way things have always been done'.

We’re open to your own ideas of what change you want to see in the world. The only caveat is that the same rules apply here as elsewhere at Neither Fish Nor Foul - no hate. If the change you want to see is the disappearance of a particular group - be it gendered, ethnic, religious, sexual or political - keep it to yourself.

What are we looking for?

Flash Fiction up to 1000 words.

Give us a strong story arc, a great voice, and characters we care enough about to love or hate.

Resistance can be funny, or sad, or powerful and rousing. It could be noir or fantasy or mythic {insert the genre of your choice}. We love quirky, surprising -something we've never read before.

We aren’t looking for polemic essays or anyone on their eco-Karen high horse. Not because the world isn’t filled to the gunnels with things to get angry about, but because it’s also filled with places to publish your binary choice, your right/ wrong, black/white, us/them commentary. There’s an algorithm for that.

We want to find a way to bring people together, draw in everyone and make them feel included in the journey

Check out our Resistance Isn't Futile landing page for more insight

Resilient Writing For A Hoped-For World

Can you change the world with a pen in your hand?

We think you can at least shift the needle. You can tell the world what you think it needs to hear, even if the world isn't ready to listen.

We also believe that we can make a difference (we mean all of us, not just J & J and a stuffed bear—although we believe we can make a difference, too). We know it's never too late, too small, or too quiet to matter. We matter. You matter. The planet matters.

Does that mean nagging, shouting, lecturing and hectoring?

Nope. It means dialogue, exposure to new ideas, new voices. If it was as easy as hectoring - well any fool can do that. It makes people dig their stubborn heels in.

What are we resisting?

The status quo. The destruction of the planet, climate change, othering, gender oppression, the impact of capitalism on marginalised groups, misogyny, 'the way things have always been done'.

We’re open to your own ideas of what change you want to see in the world. The only caveat is that the same rules apply here as elsewhere at Neither Fish Nor Foul - no hate. If the change you want to see is the disappearance of a particular group - be it gendered, ethnic, religious, sexual or political - keep it to yourself.

What are we looking for?

Short Fiction from 1001 words -3000 words

Give us a strong story arc, a great voice, and characters we care enough about to love or hate.

Resistance can be funny, or sad, or powerful and rousing. It could be noir or fantasy or mythic {insert the genre of your choice}. We love quirky, surprising -something we've never read before.

We aren’t looking for polemic essays or anyone on their eco-Karen high horse. Not because the world isn’t filled to the gunnels with things to get angry about, but because it’s also filled with places to publish your binary choice, your right/ wrong, black/white, us/them commentary. There’s an algorithm for that.

We want to find a way to bring people together, draw in everyone and make them feel included in the journey

Check out our Resistance Isn't Futile landing page here for more insight